The chemicals used in darkrooms vary depending on the process used. Once the chemicals are disposed, the residues do not pose much hazard, althoug...
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27 cubic feet in a yard. Quickrete has a calculator on their site here: http://www.quikrete.com/calculator/calculator.html Based on a 6-inch slab...
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I hesitate to say you are beating a dead horse, but, why are you beating a dead horse? Could be time for a replacement unit, and if you are concer...
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The correct spelling is Timborana. There is a hardness scale here: http://www.hardwoodinstaller.com/hardwoodinstaller/hardness.htm I still don't...
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The electronic valves in a sprinker system close fast. The shock in the plumbing system resulting from the sudden stop of flow is called water ham...
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Most upper level dishwashers with stainless interiors have a lifetime warranty against leaks. Call the manufacturer or the store where you bought ...
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The wax ring only seals the toilet to the closet bend (sewer). Rocking is caused by an unlevel floor, or the toilet not being fully seated on the ...
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Take a look at this link for maintenance tips on your cooler. The pads will need to be replaced and the unit cleaned out, with particular attentio...
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First place I would check is your air conditioning. You use a swamp cooler rather than refrigerant AC right? Be sure the filters are all cleaned ...
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By tearing out walls you will have the opportunity to upgrade wiring, plumbing, insulation and of course install HVAC. If you want AC as well as h...
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K2 is right on this issue. The problem is that new asphalt and cold patch really don't bond well to older asphalt. The pros can repair potholes ...
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I see the same problems Doug notes, especially the lack of continuous flashing along the wall which should come over the top of the first set of sh...
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The problem you describe sounds like wet venting. The drain line for your kitchen sink is also serving to vent your basement sink. If a clog forms...
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Asbestos fiber was used in a wide variety of products between the 1930s and late 70s as reinforcement in and on sheet products. Its nearly impossi...
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A 6"inch (15 cm) thick reinforced footer 8 to 10 inches (20 to 25 cm) wide will support the wall. How deep it must be placed depends on your local...
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The replacement shingles are non-asbestos and can be cut with a masonry blade, preferably wet. You still need dust protection, but the new siding ...
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replacement tiles for asbestos shingles are being reproduced by several manufacturers. for example: http://www.jameshardie.com/homeowner/prodhome/...
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well, it wasn't the pour that was off, it was whoever set the forms. What was the ******? You have a full foot of difference between the two ends...
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The old brown layer is just adhesive and cellulose backing. I have never heard of asbestos being used in this application. If you are wet strippi...
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Tile is laid over heavy roofing felts with heavier membrane on the hips and ridges and flashing in the valleys. Tiles are secured to furring strip...
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